Workplace Injury Costing California $2.2 Billion Annually Is Unexpected

Key facts

• An analysis of over 20,000 Canadian first responder exams was released.
• Coast2Coast First Aid, an authorized Red Cross Training Partner, conducted the analysis.
• The analysis highlights an unexpected workplace injury costing California $2.2 billion annually.
• Current training programs are not focused on this specific injury.

Coast2Coast First Aid, a company operating 37 locations and an authorized American and Canadian Red Cross Training Partner, has released an analysis based on over 20,000 exams conducted in Canada. The findings point to an unexpected workplace injury that is costing California an estimated $2.2 billion annually. The data suggests that current training programs are not adequately addressing this particular type of injury, despite its significant financial impact.